Bathroom remodels go off schedule for one main reason: decisions that weren't made in time. Once the old room is torn out, every day spent waiting on a vanity or choosing tile is a day without a working bathroom. A little planning up front keeps the job moving.
Start with the layout. Keeping the toilet, sink, and shower where they are saves the most money, because the plumbing stays put. Moving fixtures is possible, but decide early so the plumbing work can be planned and priced correctly from the start.
Next, pick your main materials: floor tile, shower tile, vanity, faucet, shower valve and trim, toilet, mirror, and lights. Having them ordered or on hand before demolition means the crew can work straight through instead of stopping to wait for deliveries.
Finally, plan for what's behind the walls. In older Connecticut homes it's common to find soft subfloor, old plumbing, or water damage once the tile comes off. A small allowance in your budget for these repairs means a surprise stays a small inconvenience instead of a big problem.